DL5223B-TP

The DL5223B-TP is a single Zener diode. It is a low power consumption meter that enables a stable and reliable current source, with a wide variety of applications from power and control systems to optical and computer peripheral devices. This diode is ideal for a variety of applications due to its tolerance for high current and low voltage.

The designed forward current and reverse voltage of this diode is 10 mA and 5.6 V respectively. The DL5223B-TP features a maximum reverse leakage current of 100 uA, while its thermal resistance is 200 °C/W. Its adjustable zener voltage range is from 4.3 to 5.1 V at 25 °C, while its maximum zener voltage drop is 5.2 V.

An application field of this diode is the protection of circuits in computer systems. The DL5223B-TP is used to connect a voltage regulator in a circuit, providing protection from short-circuiting and current surges. It can also be used for clamping microprocessors and logic circuits from overvoltages.

As for working principle, the DL5223B-TP relies on the electrical properties of the semiconductor material, making it ideal for regulating voltage within circuits. When voltage is applied to the diode, it acts to reduce the forward current. This characteristic is known as ‘zener clamping’, as it prevents any over-voltage in the circuit. The diode then acts as a voltage regulator, keeping the circuit within a specific range.

In conclusion, the DL5223B-TP is a single Zener diode with a wide range of applications, from protection in computer systems to voltage regulation. Its forward current and reverse voltage are 10 mA and 5.6 V respectively, and its adjustable zener voltage range is from 4.3 to 5.1 V at 25 °C. Its maximum zener voltage drop is 5.2 V and its thermal resistance is 200 °C/W. It relies on the electrical properties of the semiconductor material for its working principle.